Vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz: UKMTO

A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, the UK Maritime Trade Operations center (UKMTO) said Tuesday.

In a time-late report, UKMTO said a verified source reported that the vessel was struck at 2040GMT on Monday.

No damage or environmental impact was reported, while authorities are investigating the incident, it said.

UKMTO advised vessels transiting the area to exercise caution and report any suspicious activity.

​​​​​​​The incident comes amid heightened maritime tensions in and around the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran and the US.